Update from Holy Cross Crucifix Committee
May 15th, 2023
Members of Holy Cross,At the most recent voters’ meeting, the Board of Elders put forth a motion in response to a request to explore installing a crucifix in the church’s sanctuary. The motion reads as follows and was approved by the Voters’ Assembly: “A committee consisting of 7 individuals be appointed by the Church Council. The committee will consist of an elder, a Board of Education committee ...
April 24th Announcements
April 26th, 2023
SCHOLARSHIP REIMBURSEMENT: Did you know church has allocated funding to support our children as they continue growth in their faith? Up to half of registration costs are covered for various camps and seminars, such as Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca, Camp Okoboji, pre-seminary courses, organist camps, and others. Reach out to John or Kathryn Feldt with any questions and for process of reimbursement.OPEN HOUSE: ...
Holy Week Services 2023
March 9th, 2023
Please join us during Holy Week!Palm Sunday (April 2nd):9:00am: Divine Service with Lord's Supper10:30am: Bible Class and Sunday SchoolMaundy Thursday (April 6th): 6:30pm Divine Service with Lord's SupperGood Friday (April 7th):6:30pm Tenebre ServiceEaster Vigil (April 8th):6:30pm Divine Service with Lord's SupperThe Resurrection of Our LORD (April 9th):7:00am: Sunrise MatinsEaster Breakfast Servi...
March 4th Announcements
March 6th, 2023
COMMITTEE TO RESEARCH CRUCIFIX: Seeking four at-large congregation members interested in researching various aspects of a crucifix being added in the sanctuary. If you are interested in serving with this group to gather information, seek congregational input, and present options from the results of the broad analysis needed, please contact a church council member.VESPERS DURING LENT: Join us eac...
February 25th Announcements
February 23rd, 2023
VOTER’S MEETING RESULTS: 1st and 2nd LCMS Leadership RolesLCMS President Nomination: Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison (28) & Rev. Benjamin T. Ball (15)LCMS Vice-President Nomination: Rev. Peter K. Lange (25) & Rev. Benjamin T. Ball (18)LCMS Regional Vice-President Nomination (Great Plains): Rev. David C. Mumme (28) & Rev. Nabil S. Nour (26)ASSOCIATION OF CONFESSING EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH MISSOUR...
January 15th Announcements
January 16th, 2023
CRUCIFIX MEETING: The meeting to discuss and vote upon a crucifix for the sanctuary has been rescheduled for the Annual Voter’s Meeting which will be held February 19th. PROPERTIES BOARD: As you may have noticed, there is no warm or hot water flowing from any faucet. The Properties Board is aware of this issue and are currently working on a solution. Thank you for your patience. - Properties Boar...
Christmas Caroling
December 13th, 2022
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November 12th Announcements
November 14th, 2022
PLEASE NOTE: There will be NO Table Talk on Tuesday, November 15th, and NO Men's and Women's Bible Studies on Wednesday, November 16th, as Pastor Johnson is taking a few days off. In case of an emergency, you may still contact him on his cell phone: 515-721-6675THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE: Wednesday, Nov. 23, at 6:30pmADVENT SERVICES begin Wednesday, Nov. 30, at 6:30pm. Remaining Advent Services will...
October 23rd Announcements
October 24th, 2022
DIRECTORY: Updated directories are in mailboxes in the entryway.TALENT SHOW: Redeemer Lutheran Church, Marshalltown Reformation Sunday, October 30th at 12:30 pm. Lunch and a Show - see flyer for more detailsCHRISTMAS PROGRAM: The Sunday School children will be presenting a Christmas program this year, focused on Luther's Christmas Hymn "From Heaven Above to Earth I Come". The program will take pla...
September Voters Assembly Meeting on 9/18
September 1st, 2022
Our annual voter's assembly is scheduled for Sunday, Sep. 18th, This is a particularly important meeting as we must approve the budget for 2023, as well as elect new officers and board members. Please plan on attending.......
Confirmation Classes Start September 7th
August 30th, 2022
Formal confirmation classes and catechesis will begin again on Wednesday, September 7th with vespers at 6:30 pm. The prayer office will be followed by our annual parent's meeting where class schedule, memory work and expectations will be handed out. Bibles and Small Catechisms will be given to our youngsters who are beginning this time of instruction in the doctrines of the Christian faith."Train ...
Special Voters Meeting on Sept. 4th
August 30th, 2022
Please mark your calendars and be sure to attend the September 4th Voter's meeting. The meeting will be held at beginning of fellowship prior to starting Sunday School and Bible Study.Items on the agenda:1. Approve insurance renewal for Pastor Johnson & Family2. Vote on transfers in for several new members.......
May 29th Announcements
May 30th, 2022
SPECIAL VOTERS’ MEETING: There will be a very short Voters’ Meeting immediately following Divine Service on June 5 to vote on transfers.CHURCH COUNCIL...is scheduled for Sunday, June 26, at 11:45 a.m. Please note the change from the usual 2nd Sunday.CHURCH GARAGE SALE: Stewardship is hosting a church garage sale June 3-4. Items for the sale should be put in the church garage (your church key w...
May 1st Announcements
May 2nd, 2022
CHURCH LAWN CARE: The Board of Properties is looking for members who are willing to cover mowing and trimming church lawn during the spring / summer seasons. Signing up means there is no commitment but you may be contacted to help with this task. "Training" can be provided as needed. An informational email will be sent out to those who sign up with more specific details and sign-up sheet is loc...
April 24th Announcements
April 24th, 2022
CHURCH LAWN CARE: The Board of Properties is looking for members who are willing to cover mowing and trimming church lawn during the spring / summer seasons. Signing up means there is no commitment but you may be contacted to help with this task. "Training" can be provided as needed. An informational email will be sent out to those who sign up with more specific details and sign-up sheet is loc...
April 9th Announcements
April 10th, 2022
HOLY WEEK SERVICE SCHEDULE: Palm Sunday Divine Service, April 10th - 9:00am Maundy Thursday, April 14th – 1:00pm & 6:30pm Good Friday, April 15th – 1:00pm & 6:30pm Saturday Easter Vigil, April 16th – 6:30pm Easter Sunrise Matins, April 17th – 7:00am Easter Sunday Divine Service, April 17th – 9:00am *Note: No Vespers and confirmation classes Wednesday, April 13th PRINTED CALENDAR & VOLUNTEER SCHED...
March Announcements
March 6th, 2022
SPRING CLEAN UP: Attention all members and families!Please help us SPRING CLEAN our church building in time for Easter! While we have hired out weekly cleaning, the Board of Properties created a list of cleaning tasks necessary to give the building a good, deep-clean.WHEN?We will meet on Spring Clean Saturday, March 26th, from 9:00-4:00.A light breakfast and lunch will be provided. If that day doe...
February 20th Announcements
February 24th, 2022
HOLY CROSS APP: Don’t forget to download the Holy Cross App onto your phone. You can find the app at the Apple or Android store. Just search for Holy Cross Lutheran and Carlisle. Questions…contact Kathryn Feldt.CHURCH HOUSEKEEPING: Tidying at church continues! Please take a peek at the items displayed on the tables in the basement overflow area. If anything belongs to you, please take it home....
February 6th Announcements
February 9th, 2022
VOTERS’ MEETING: Mark your calendars for the upcoming Voters’ Meeting on Sunday, February 20, following Adult Bible Study. CHILI COOK-OFF & YOUTH CONCERT: Holy Cross Lutheran Youth invite you to attend a Chili Cook-off on Sunday, February 13th immediately following Sunday School. If you would like to enter a chili into the cook-off competition, please register via our website. In addition to a d...
January 30th Announcements
January 29th, 2022
INSTALLATION TODAY: board members will be installed today during the Divine Service.COUNCIL MEETING: Church Council meets the first Sunday next month, February 6, instead of the second Sunday.VOTERS’ MEETING: Mark your calendars for the upcoming Voters’ Meeting on Sunday, February 20, following Adult Bible Study.CHILI COOK-OFF & YOUTH CONCERT: Holy Cross Lutheran Youth invite you to attend a C...